Your infant has arrived and now a good deal of your time is spent feeding, cuddling and perhaps walking the floor. This time is filled with learning for you and learning for your baby as well. Most of this can be fun, especially with some of these activities.

Infants are eager sensory learners. Watch how your baby responds as you try some of these activities. S/he will let you know if they are pleasing and fun or if you should try something else. All of these activities are good to use with newborns and young infants (birth to 3 or 4 months) and more sophisticated versions can be added as your baby matures. (more…)